If you’ve worked with succulents, you may know that they’re easy to propagate via cuttings. This means that if you cut off a leaf or piece of stem, it will naturally grow roots and turn into another plant. To propagate succulents, follow a…
Weeds are a common enemy of gardeners everywhere, but you don’t necessarily have to use chemical-laden herbicides to eliminate them. Instead, you have a whole arsenal of weed-fighting possibilities right in your kitchen cupboards. This veers from the traditional gardening…
Sustain My Craft Habit / YouTube A sturdy cheese grater is one of the handiest tools to have in the kitchen. From fresh parmesan to homemade zucchini noodles, your cheese grater has probably provided you with some of your most…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Your bird feeders are well-stocked with seed and nectar, and your garden is packed with avian-friendly native flowers, shrubs, and fruit trees. Wondering how to attract more songbirds to your…
If you live in close proximity to a wooded area that’s not fenced in, you probably see deer visit your lawn almost all year round. Mammals known for their herbivorous dietary habits, deer will eat from countless plants, and they’ll…
If you’re on the hunt for a colorful, easy-to-grow plant, coleus stands out as a viable option. Native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and Africa, the coleus is part of the Lamiaceae family. It holds a special place in…
Recent findings in agricultural history hint that people have been growing plants for almost 23,000 years. Despite how long we have been gardening, we still have much to learn, and at the end of the day it all comes down…
There’s nothing more frustrating than finally getting your bird feeder set up just right in a cozy place to sit and watch your birds, only to have a blue jay repeatedly chase them away. blue jays, while beautiful, have earned…
If you’re one of the many people who keep a collection of grocery bags just in case they come in handy one day, here’s a great way to put them to use. Fall is a crucial time for gardening as…
When some people notice more wasps in their yard, they feel an increased level of anxiety, almost as an instinctual reaction. Others might recognize them as local pollinators that play an important role in the ecosystem and welcome their presence. Whether you…